Teresa Marie Shelly (Terry Pegoretti) passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024, with her family by her side. Teresa was born on August 8, 1953, at Lancaster General Hospital to Mary A. Pegoretti (Mae Leonard) and the late Robert F. Pegoretti (Bob Pegoretti).

Raised in the Catholic faith, Teresa attended Saint Anthony of Padua School and graduated from Lancaster Catholic HS in 1971. She then embarked on a 35-year career with Armstrong World Industries, holding several administrative positions within the company. As a young adult, she enjoyed the experiences of modeling for JC Penney Department Store and waitressing at former establishments, the old Paddock and Bentley's. In later years, she served as Executive Director of the Manheim Area Chamber of Commerce and was also employed by the Ephrata Chamber, making a significant impact in local business communities.

Teresa is survived by her husband, David E. Shelly; her mother, Mae Pegoretti; sister, Joy Sharp (Joy Pegoretti), wife of Tony; son, Matthew Shelly, husband of Tenisha, granddaughters Ivy and Lily; daughter, Ella Grishin (Ella Shelly), wife of Artem, grandchildren, Nikolai and Jane (fraternal twins) and Alexei; stepson, David Shelly, Jr., husband of Marissa, four step grandchildren; stepdaughter, Amanda Yiengst, wife of Brandon, and two step-grandchildren.

Teresa and David would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on September 22 of this year. The couple was deeply devoted to each other, always working together to achieve their life goals and wished to support their family in every way imaginable.

Teresa enjoyed spending time in the home she and her husband had built together. She loved gardening, decorating, and took a special interest in cuisine. She especially loved dining in restaurants and trying new recipes. It was her pleasure to host any gatherings that brought friends and family together. She will be remembered as a social and gracious woman who held deep convictions and wore her heart on her sleeve. She was a loyal and caring person. Her legacy happily lives on through her loved ones, who will miss her dearly.

Arrangements for Teresa have been made for Friday, May 17 at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home on Lititz Pike. Visitation begins at 10:30 a.m. followed by a Christian service at 11 a.m., with contributions by Pastor Ryan Clift of East Fairview Church in Manheim, where Teresa had been attending with her husband.